Novel experience
With a novel being launched in the city every now and then, is our book culture getting a boost? We check out…
An endearing story of an orphaned girl set on the banks of the beautiful Seine in France. Place where stones and pebbles were her only toys and trees the sole companion. Her growing up years, how she coped, what she did? A gripping tale of high school boarding brats battling everything their age entails, all on their own. Interested? How many of us would actually bother to check the latest on the shelves of every publisher? Or track the titles all the way to the market? It's SOS, book launches and promotions. But in en era when the likes of Harry Potter editions and Booker winners resort to it, are promotions the ultimate wherewithal?
Tishaa Khosla in Pink and Black!,
Khushwant Singh with Sikhs Unlimited, Manreet Sodhi Someshwar, Ratanjit Singh
Lucky draw
Malls are not just a place for shopping, their Below-the-Line services have converted them into a cultural hub
Mother's Day, Father's Day, Valentine's Day, Best Friend's Day, if possible, Enemy's Day, Ex-boy or girl friend's Day, Happy Day, Sad Day, In-laws Day (they're the much celebrated parents too), Neighbour's Day, or 'No' Day, celebrate as many days as you can if you are blessed with the like-minded company. But in case, you aren't, visit malls in the city, where almost everyday is a special occasion. Shop, splurge, dine, relax, retreat here and other than these play, participate and party at the various promotional events.
Wedding planner
Tarun Tahiliani show presents bridal trends
Celebrated designer Tarun Tahiliani launched the first of the annual 'Tarun Tahiliani Couture Exposition' in the Capital recently to kickstart the bridal season and showcase new trends.
Fit for the role
Dia worked hard to get into shape for her new role
Former beauty queen Dia Mirza says that she had worked very hard at the gym and trained with action director Tinu Verma to prepare for the role in the upcoming Bollywood thriller Acid Factory. She got candid with the media along with opther cast members in Mumbai on Tuesday evening. The film has been produced under the banner of ' White feather films' and is directed by
Supran.
— Dia Mirza at the launch party for the film Acid Factory in Mumbai. AFP Photo
Foreign foot
The need for chic shoes has increased the demand of international fashion footwear in the region
The Indian footwear market has recently seen a demand shift from low-priced footwear to medium and high-priced products. But the huge potential that this development creates is as yet largely untapped. The growing aspiration to look trendy but comfortable has increased the demand for footwear having international high-fashion brands in Punjab.
Seedhi BAAT
Fur-rocious!
Fashion designer Stella McCartney has urged Hollywood wildchild Lindsay Lohan to stop wearing fur. The Mean Girls star has been snapped wearing animal pelts and leather on numerous occasions and McCartney, daughter of Beatles legend Paul and his late wife Linda, has asked the singer-actress to quit fur, reports buzzhollywood.com
Track the teens
The online cyber crime is keeping parents on their toes
Is too much too good, or is it an invitation for tragedy waiting to happen? Now, that depends on what context the question is being asked? So, here’s the explanation. Srinagar burnt for two days on the death of Asrar Mushtaq, a young student who was murdered brutally by his own friends, reason- he fell in love with a girl online, inviting envy from his friend. Does that remind you of Adnan Patrawala— 16-year-old victim of social networking death trap who’s Orkut-death initiated the whole cyber crime debate.
That’s my man
Always wondered why some guys always manage to get the best of girls? Well, the secret is not good looks or a well-defined six-packs, but the fact that women simply get attracted to certain personality traits and flock to men who possess them. Below are seven of these “ideal types” of guys that women are drawn to, and an explanation as to why these guys are so appealing.The list could help you understand what women are looking for, and most importantly, to make sure that you fit the bill.
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Life as we know it
I am 19 and have been going steady with this guy for more than two years. Now we have decided to get married. My parents feel he is too old for me although he is only 29. I wonder why my parents are being so fussy about this. Even my older brother is not talking to me. My friends are not very pleased. They think I am taking a wrong decision but I feel very convinced. Do you think I should fight with my family for him.
Napoleon for company
Dreams are like stars, if you follow them you can touch your destiny. Exactly. Actor
Romeo, who makes his debut in Kissan vouch for it. In fact, this Deejay chased every star that guided him to tinselville, and now he ready to sparkle. "You got to believe in every action that you take. Good wishes from family and friends guided me through my journey," feels Romeo, who also stars in Arbaaz Khan's under production Dabangg. "Somewhere I see Napoleon, my Golden Retriever's wishes in this too." Over to the pet lover for more…
Art heals
We have heard phrases like art for cause, born an artist or exploring the artist in oneself, art as creative outlet or just a pastime. But here's a new one, art by chance. Or, to be precise art and therapeutics.
"Five years back I was diagnosed with Celiac disease or wheat allergy. So, I took up painting therapeutically. But gradually it developed into a passion," says Meera
Ahuja, an artist who turned painting into a virtual therapy for her affliction.
Pet THEory
Hair we go
Perhaps the most common bugbear, which inflicts itself upon the average dog owner in India, is shedding of the hair by the pet. Problem acquires serious proportions when the dog happens to be of a breed with thick, guff hair coat like a German Shepherd or a Cocker Spaniel.'I am fed up of sweeping the tufts of hair from the corners of the room and sometimes also from the kitchen,' is the common lament of the lady of the house who starts considering 'ghar nikala' for the pet as a serious option to get rid of the menace. But what about the poor doggie?
Pret
with pet A model displays a creation by Sri Lankan designers at a clothing store in Colombo on Tuesday. AFP photo: Ishara S. KODIKARA
Waxing eloquent A life-sized wax figurine of Nicole Kidman is displayed at Madame Tussauds in Hong Kong on Tuesday. The replica of the Oscar Award-winning actor, which mimics a gala red carpet event, was unveiled in the territory. Reuters: Aaron Tam
An endearing story of an orphaned girl set on the banks of the beautiful Seine in France. Place where stones and pebbles were her only toys and trees the sole companion. Her growing up years, how she coped, what she did? A gripping tale of high school boarding brats battling everything their age entails, all on their own. Interested? How many of us would actually bother to check the latest on the shelves of every publisher? Or track the titles all the way to the market? It's SOS, book launches and promotions. But in en era when the likes of Harry Potter editions and Booker winners resort to it, are promotions the ultimate wherewithal?
Mother's Day, Father's Day, Valentine's Day, Best Friend's Day, if possible, Enemy's Day, Ex-boy or girl friend's Day, Happy Day, Sad Day, In-laws Day (they're the much celebrated parents too), Neighbour's Day, or 'No' Day, celebrate as many days as you can if you are blessed with the like-minded company. But in case, you aren't, visit malls in the city, where almost everyday is a special occasion. Shop, splurge, dine, relax, retreat here and other than these play, participate and party at the various promotional events. 
Former beauty queen Dia Mirza says that she had worked very hard at the gym and trained with action director Tinu Verma to prepare for the role in the upcoming Bollywood thriller Acid Factory. She got candid with the media along with opther cast members in Mumbai on Tuesday evening. The film has been produced under the banner of ' White feather films' and is directed by
Supran.
The Indian footwear market has recently seen a demand shift from low-priced footwear to medium and high-priced products. But the huge potential that this development creates is as yet largely untapped. The growing aspiration to look trendy but comfortable has increased the demand for footwear having international high-fashion brands in Punjab.
Seedhi BAAT
Is too much too good, or is it an invitation for tragedy waiting to happen? Now, that depends on what context the question is being asked? So, here’s the explanation. Srinagar burnt for two days on the death of Asrar Mushtaq, a young student who was murdered brutally by his own friends, reason- he fell in love with a girl online, inviting envy from his friend. Does that remind you of Adnan Patrawala— 16-year-old victim of social networking death trap who’s Orkut-death initiated the whole cyber crime debate.
Dreams are like stars, if you follow them you can touch your destiny. Exactly. Actor
Romeo, who makes his debut in Kissan vouch for it. In fact, this Deejay chased every star that guided him to tinselville, and now he ready to sparkle. "You got to believe in every action that you take. Good wishes from family and friends guided me through my journey," feels Romeo, who also stars in Arbaaz Khan's under production Dabangg. "Somewhere I see Napoleon, my Golden Retriever's wishes in this too." Over to the pet lover for more…
We have heard phrases like art for cause, born an artist or exploring the artist in oneself, art as creative outlet or just a pastime. But here's a new one, art by chance. Or, to be precise art and therapeutics.
"Five years back I was diagnosed with Celiac disease or wheat allergy. So, I took up painting therapeutically. But gradually it developed into a passion," says Meera
Ahuja, an artist who turned painting into a virtual therapy for her affliction.
Perhaps the most common bugbear, which inflicts itself upon the average dog owner in India, is shedding of the hair by the pet. Problem acquires serious proportions when the dog happens to be of a breed with thick, guff hair coat like a German Shepherd or a Cocker Spaniel.'I am fed up of sweeping the tufts of hair from the corners of the room and sometimes also from the kitchen,' is the common lament of the lady of the house who starts considering 'ghar nikala' for the pet as a serious option to get rid of the menace. But what about the poor doggie? 
